Canadian Based Robotics Company Introduces Submersible ROV PIVOT
Striking the perfect balance between size and power, Deep Trekker’s newest submersible remotely operated vehicle (ROV) PIVOT is changing the underwater game.
Government of Canada invests in partnerships to support freshwater habitat research
Freshwater habitats include the numerous lakes, rivers, streams and waterways that are part of Canada’s diverse aquatic ecosystem. These versatile habitats and species that call them home have been affected by human activity and environmental changes. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting research that will study and inform us on how we can sustainably protect freshwater habitats for all Canadians.
Aviva invests over $1 million in WWF-Canada’s Nature and Climate Grant Program to fight biodiversity loss and climate change
TORONTO, June 18, 2021 /CNW/ – Canada is facing the dual crises of biodiversity loss and climate breakdown. According to WWF-Canada’s 2020 Living Planet Report Canada, monitored populations of species at risk have declined by an average of 59% since 1970. That decline has been driven largely by habitat loss which is also driving climate change: one-third …
Whistler’s Campground in Jasper National Park Is Officially Reopened
JASPER NATIONAL PARK, AB, June 18, 2021 /CNW/ – Canada’s national parks are a refuge for both wildlife and people. Investing in these locations helps support the health of our natural heritage and creates jobs in our local communities, while providing visitors with high-quality and meaningful experiences across the country. Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Environment and …
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Western Forest Products Confirms Its Net Positive Climate Impact with Release of 2020 Sustainability Report
Western Forest Products Inc. (TSX: WEF) (“Western” or the “Company”) announced today the release of their 2020 Sustainability Report detailing the progress and commitment to their key sustainability initiatives. This includes the completion of their first full lifecycle carbon accounting, which confirmed the positive role Western’s sustainable forest management practices and wood products have in fighting against climate change.
The Best DEET-Free Bug Repellent in 2021
The mosquito is one of Canada’s most reliable summer species. Canada has over 82 different species of mosquitoes, with a total population that would never show on a calculator. Scientists believe that mosquitos originated from South Africa, and slowly spread across the world to reach a whopping variation of 2,700 species. Regardless of the size of Canada’s mosquito diaspora, we all know that mosquitos are one of the best party-crashers to summer activities.
3 Hacks For Keeping Mosquitos Away From Your Bonfire
No other insect knows how to ruin a night under the stars quite like the mosquito. Many perfect nights around the bonfire have been thwarted by their presence. Though bug spray is always an option, there are other ways to combat the onset of mosquitoes without the use of harsh chemicals. Here are three simple ways to help ward off mosquitos from your campfire without the use of DEET.
Fort Wellington National Historic Site Is Now Open for the 2021 Summer Visitor Season
PRESCOTT, ON, June 29, 2021 /CNW/ – National historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas offer Canadians places to enjoy the mental and physical benefits of being outdoors and opportunities to discover history, while respecting the guidance of public health experts. On June 25, Fort Wellington National Historic Site fully reopened the grounds of the fort and …
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Pukaskwa National Park Officially Kicks off the 2021 Visitor Season
National historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas offer Canadians places to enjoy the mental and physical benefits of being outdoors and opportunities to discover history, while respecting the guidance of public health experts.
Canada to Host Fifth International Marine Protected Areas Congress in June 2022
VANCOUVER, BC, June 23, 2021 /CNW/ – One year from today, Canada will welcome the world’s marine conservation leaders to Vancouver to chart a course towards protecting 30 per cent of the global ocean by 2030.